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Carol Stream, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Carol Stream Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Carol Stream, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at WHEATON COURT, LLC in the East Wheaton neighborhood priced from $1,345. Gentry Manor Apartments in the East Wheaton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carol Stream apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
WHEATON COURT, LLC1br1ba 1st Floor1BR,1BA$1,345
Gentry Manor Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,395
Carol Stream CrossingOak1BR,1BA$1,440

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carol Stream, IL and Nearby

As of June 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carol Stream area is the $2.45 price per square foot 3/2 Model at 400 S Main Pl in the in the North Wheaton neighborhood starting from $3,455. The second greatest value Carol Stream apartment is the Fairfield Deck Model at Stratford Green starting at $2,737 with a $2.16 price per square foot in the Bloomingdale Walk neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carol Stream apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
400 S Main Pl3/23BR,2BA$2.45
Stratford GreenFairfield Deck2BR,2BA$2.16
Lakehaven Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath (340c1r) Renovated3BR,2BA$2.40
The Flats at Gladstone2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.78
Windsor Estate Apartments2 Bedrooms Floor Plan B22BR,2BA$1.96
617 Delles Rd, Unit C617 Delles Rd1BR,1BA$1.94
The Greenway at Carol Stream2 Bedroom w WD2BR,1BA$2.20
Carol Stream CrossingBirch1BR,1BA$2.28
Gentry Manor Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.99
WHEATON COURT, LLC1br1ba 1st Floor1BR,1BA$2.20

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Frequently Asked Questions about Carol Stream

What type of rentals are currently available in Carol Stream?

There are currently 137 Apartments for Rent in Carol Stream, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,187 to $29,251. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carol Stream ranging from $1,550 to $6,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Carol Stream?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carol Stream ranges from $1,550 to $6,950 with an average monthly rent of $3,422.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Carol Stream?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Carol Stream range from $1,772 to $28,607, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,400 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,370.

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